But during injury time, the follow through from a clearance by Everton defender Sylvain Distin seemed to impact the Frenchman, who could now be sidelined for as long as three months.

Scans are still being conducted to confirm the extent of the injury, but with the transfer market closing in less than a week’s time, Wenger must act fast if he wants to bring in another striker with only Yaya Sanogo the other centre-forward in his ranks.

The Gunners have been linked with big money moves for both Paris Saint-Germain star Edinson Cavani as well as Monaco striker Radamel Falcao, but could turn to QPR ace Loic Remy or Man United’s Danny Welbeck as cheaper alternatives.

Arsenal’s Premier League clash this weekend will be at the King Power Stadium against Leicester City.